If you’re dreaming of a career in communications, the Newhouse School at Syracuse University is the best place to make it a reality. In as little as one year, you can earn a master's degree from one of the country's leading communications schools, even if you have no prior experience in communications.
Leading-edge facilities: Develop your skills in settings like those found in industry, including pre- and post-productions studios, photography labs, a sports media center and a social media command center.
Industry connections: Our professors bring practical knowledge and real-world industry insights to the classroom.
Powerful network: Newhouse alumni are found at the top levels of nearly every major communications, media and entertainment company in the country. Loyalty runs deep, and Newhouse alumni are always willing to help students and new graduates get their start in the industry.
Learn to drive innovation with analytical and theoretical tools, practical experience and the business and technological know-how necessary for managing emerging and traditional media organizations.
Learn about the strategy and insights that build successful campaigns. Explore particular areas of interest, such as digital advertising, ad production, media planning and buying or social media.
Learn about the art of public diplomacy and the necessary communications skills to succeed as a campaign manager, global affairs strategist or communications director.
Learn the strategic thinking you need to become a well-rounded PR practitioner who can interact effectively with clients and the news media. Develop the know-how to manage the image and reputation of companies, nonprofits, governments and people.
Add a sports media focus to your public relations program. Work with sports organizations or pitch sports stories across multiple platforms and take advantage of networking opportunities with visiting professionals in sports communications.
Our career development center helps you to succeed with seminars, workshops, job listings, career fairs and more. Nearly 94% of master's program graduates are employed in their field of study within six months of graduating.
